Holiday Magic Comes to Life in Springdale, AR!
This holiday season, join us in Springdale for special events that make the season bright and magical for the whole family. Here’s what’s in store:
Christmas on the Creek
Saturday, November 30 | 12 pm–9 pm
Celebrate the season in Downtown Springdale with holiday cheer, local shopping, and activities for all ages.
Christmas on the Creek events include:
Christmas Tree Lighting – Gather in Downtown Springdale at 5:30 pm as Mayor Doug Sprouse lights up our 45-foot Christmas Tree.
Free Photos With Santa – Available throughout the day, capture the magic of the season with family photos with Santa.
Pony Rides & Family Activities – Plenty of fun for kids and kids-at-heart!
Live Music & Performances – Enjoy holiday tunes and performances all evening.
Shop Local – Support small businesses and shop local produce and artisan goods at the Farmer’s Market from 12 pm–4 pm.
Snap a Photo With Our 45-Foot Christmas Tree
Visit Walter Turnbow Park all season long to capture the perfect holiday photo with our 45-foot tree, glowing with over 5,000 lights.
Holiday Express & Pajama Train with Santa
Saturday, November 30
Begin your day with a magical Breakfast with Santa at 9 am on the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad, followed by the Holiday Express/Pajama Train to Johnson. All passengers will be served hot cocoa and Christmas cookies, so come along for the ride!
International Hot Cocoa Crawl & Caroling on the Creek
Friday, December 6 | 5 pm–8 pm
Sip your way through Downtown Springdale! Taste international versions of hot cocoa as you explore 15 stops, and enjoy live caroling by the Springdale School District from 5 pm–7 pm at Springdale High School Gym.
Christmas Parade of the Ozarks
Presented by Rodeo of the Ozarks
November 30 | 6pm
Visit Walter Turnbow Park all season long to capture the perfect holiday photo with our 45-foot tree, glowing with over 5,000 lights.
Enjoy a Magical Holiday in Springdale
Springdale is ready to make your holiday season unforgettable! Start planning your trip today and prepare to make wonderful holiday memories with family and friends.
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Meeting Planners Guide
With convention facilities like the Northwest Arkansas Convention Center and additional flexible meeting spaces at The Jones Center, Arvest Ballpark and Parsons Stadium, you’ll find Springdale is the perfect place for your next group event. Start planning your next event by using some of the resouorces in our Meeting Planners Guide in the link below!